Note the presence of a small bell in the shishi's mouth.
The netsuke comes from the Hirado kilns, of which it has the underglaze blue decoration and the characteristic brown enamel.
Japan, late 19th century.
Good condition. Very fine scattered cracks.
Dimensions:
Height: 7.5 cm
Width: 3 cm
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